Aspects - Mystery Theatre

Review by MARCO VOLPATO

Mystery Theatre by Aspects: A Hidden Gem from 2004 If you’re into Hip Hop with a splash of Electronic vibes, Mystery Theatre by Aspects is one of those albums that sneaks up on you. Released in 2004 under the UK-based Antidote label, this record feels like stepping into an underground club where the DJ’s got something to say but doesn’t take themselves too seriously. It’s raw, unfiltered, and kinda magical. Let’s talk about two tracks that stuck with me: “Chase the Devil” and “Soul Sister.” First off, “Chase the Devil” hits hard right outta the gate. The beat? Super crisp, like someone took a vintage drum machine and gave it a caffeine shot. Monkey Moo’s human beatboxing adds this gritty texture—you can practically hear him sweating over the mic. And when the bassline kicks in? Whoa. This track just grabs your attention and doesn’t let go. You’ll find yourself nodding along even if you’re just doing laundry. Trust me, I’ve been there. Then there’s “Soul Sister,” which flips the vibe entirely. It’s smoother, almost dreamy, with vocals that feel like they’re floating through fog. Aspects and Stuart Mathews did some wizard-level mixing here because every layer blends perfectly without stepping on each other's toes. There’s this moment halfway through where the synths swell up—it’s so satisfying, it makes you wanna close your eyes and pretend you’re starring in your own movie montage. What’s wild about Mystery Theatre is how much personality shines through despite its lo-fi edges. Eco’s artwork matches the quirky energy of the music, while Mike’s mastering ensures everything sounds tight (but not overly polished). Oh, and shoutout to Aspects for wearing multiple hats—he produced, mixed, wrote, and probably made coffee for everyone during recording sessions. Dude clearly poured his soul into this project. Looking back at 2004, most people were obsessing over mainstream bangers, but Mystery Theatre flew under the radar. Maybe that’s why it still feels fresh today—no pandering, no gimmicks, just good ol’ creative expression. Listening to it now feels like finding a dusty VHS tape at a thrift store and realizing it’s actually gold. Random thought: If this album had come out ten years later, Aspects would probably be all over TikTok. Imagine teens using “Stinkbomb” as their go-to dance challenge track. Food for thought. So yeah, give Mystery Theatre a spin. It’s not perfect, but maybe that’s the point. Sometimes the best stuff isn’t shiny—it’s real.

Artist: Aspects
Album: Mystery Theatre

2004

Rating: 3.9

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Impact
Stinkbomb
Off The Lip
Way Back
Chase the Devil	03:36
Droppin' Drums
The Way She Speaks
Man Under the Sea	03:40
Chase The Devil
Droppin' Drums	01:02
Soul Sister
My World
Rev. Soul
Soul Sisters
City Limits
Off the Lip	03:28
Man Under The Sea
Self Help Song

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Catalog Numbers

ANTDV109
ANTPR109
ANTCD109

Labels

Antidote

Listen online

lyssna på nätet
escuchar en línea
ouvir online
ascolta in linea
kuunnella verkossa
online anhören
écouter en ligne
online luisteren
lytte på nettet

Formats

2 × Vinyl
LP
Album
CD
Promo

Companies

Role	Company
Licensed To	Sanctuary Records Group Ltd.
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Aspects
Copyright (c)	Sanctuary Records Group Ltd.
Made By	Damont
Recorded At	State Of Art Studios
Mixed At	State Of Art Studios

Credits

Role	Credit
Artwork By	Eco
Human Beatbox	Monkey Moo
Vocals	Monkey Moo
Mastered By	Mike
Producer	Aspects, Stuart Mathews
Mixed By	Aspects, Stuart Mathews
Written-By	Aspects

Notes

Red printed inner sleeves. On one are lyrics and credits printed.
All tracks recorded and mixed at State of Art studios Bristol.
Pressed at Damont.
℗ 2004 The copyright in these sound recordings is owned by Aspects under exclusive licence to Sanctuary Records Group Limited.
© 2004 Sanctuary Records Group Limited.
Made in the EU.
All tracks recorded and mixed at State Of Art studios, Bristol.

Barcodes

Barcode: 5 050159 710911
Matrix / Runout (Side A Etching): MIKE@MASTERPIECE
Barcode (Scanned): 5050159710928

About Aspects

Aspects are a British rap group from Bristol, SW England. The members are:- Emcees: El Eye, Bubber Loui, Probe Mantis; Deejays: Nu Balance, Specify; Media Assassin: Salsa; Beats: Nick Fury; Human Beatbox: Monkey Moo

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Aspects Ltd
The Aspects

Members

Nu Balance
Ian Merchant
Ryan Jarrett
Ben Weaver
Rory Donnelly
Alexander Parsons

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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *Mystery Theatre* by Aspects is like a hidden gem from the UK Hip Hop and Electronic scene. Released in 2004, it features a track called "Chase the Devil," which appears twice on the album—probably because it’s that good. Monkey Moo, the human beatbox, adds this raw, organic energy to the songs, blending perfectly with the electronic vibes. And get this: Eco designed the artwork, giving the whole project this cool, cohesive aesthetic. It’s the kind of album you’d stumble upon in a dusty record shop and feel like you’ve found treasure.